Air Tech was founded in 1989 for the purpose of introducing polyurethane technology into the aircraft fabric covering industry. The latest polyurethane technology offered the aircraft owner the advantages of inherent toughness and flexibility, fire resistance, chemical resistance and the polyurethane "wet look" in an infinite choice of colors; both standard and metallic. The same color coat could be used on metal, fabric, and fiberglass so the aircraft would be finished in an all matching color. This was something not possible with dope or other systems. Qualification for Air Tech products was gained in the most severe environment over the previous fifteen years - agricultural spray planes.

Today, Air Tech is still the system of choice for spray planes although few of the new models have any fabric surfaces. In 1990 the Air Tech system was chosen by Piper Aircraft for the PA 18 Super Cub after a disastrous experience by Piper with another system. Piper produced Super Cubs using the Air Tech system until 1995 when production was halted. To date Air Tech has not registered one customer complaint from an owner of a production Super Cub.

In 1994, Air Tech introduced its Hard Deck line of concrete coatings. Hard Deck is a combination epoxy and polyurethane system which yields a high gloss "showroom" type look to a concrete floor. It is unique as it will stand up to the chemical attack of hot tires" without staining and also resists brake fluids and Skydrol hydraulic fluid. It is one of the few products which will perform this well. Hard Deck can be applied by the hangar owner using the instructions provided and Air Tech personnel are always available for consultation.

The future of Air Tech Coatings is a bright one indeed. New products are in development and the company continues to gain market share in both the fabric covering and floor coatings market. A capable staff is on board with total dedication to the idea of making each customer a happy member of our sales force.

Mac Hogan